All is Darkness | Feb. 20th

"Let him who walks in darkness and has no light trust in the name of the Lord and rely upon his God."

Isaiah 50:10

Times of darkness will come to us as Christians. The darkness is not of sin but of uncertainty. Things will not always be clear to us. Circumstances will arise that bring questions, doubts, and fear to our minds. In darkness, when there is no light, we are encouraged not to be dismayed. We should not lose our footing but continue forward in the Lord.

When we cannot see, we must trust in the name of the Lord. We rely upon God's nature. Confident that He is working all things out for the good of our salvation. God is faithful and kind. He will not forsake you. Though it may appear as if everything is covered in darkness His favor still shines upon you behind the veil. You cannot be separated from His lovingkindness in Christ Jesus. Trust the Lord today and rely upon His nature.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

Ready to Forgive | Feb. 19th

"You are a God ready to forgive, gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love, and did not forsake them."

Nehemiah 9:17

Beloved, what is holding you back from coming to God? Why will you continue in your sin? How long shall you stay away from the One who loved you first? How far will you stray from the only way that leads to everlasting life?

Condemnation keeps you from the mercy of God. The conviction of the Holy Spirit convinces you of your need for Christ. God is ready to forgive you. He will strengthen your wandering feet and set them in the right direction. He will renew the heart prone to wander and create the right spirit within you.

Be grateful for and do not forsake the One who is slow to anger. God heals our backsliding and saves the sinner by grace alone. The Lord will not permit us to remain as we are, but He is faithful to save us and to complete the good work He began.

Do not delay. Hear the Spirit of God calling you to come home. The Lord is holy and righteous. He is also gracious and merciful. Suffer no more in your own will and surrender unto Christ. God is ready to forgive.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight

The Will of God | Feb. 16th

"Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor."

Romans 12:10

It is easy to become self-absorbed in our problems and own little world. Human nature tends to focus on the self and the preservation of self. Crucifying the flesh is a difficult thing to do. We need the power of the Holy Spirit to do so and to have our hearts regenerated by Him. We must be born again.

With the Spirit's help, let us ask God to fill us with His love for others. With God's grace outdo one another in showing honor, compassion, and kindness. He will bless and empower such a desire to be a blessing to others. Seek God and the opportunity today to show His love to someone else. In this, we will be doing the will of God.

In Christ Alone,

Pastor Wight